Office of Acquisition and Assistance

OAA USAID/Mexico serves as a key procurement lead within the U.S. Agency for International Development’s Mexico mission, overseeing the acquisition of technical assistance and capacity-building services aligned with the agency’s mission to strengthen democratic governance, rule of law, and inclusive economic development. Responsible for managing competitive solicitations and contract awards, they focus on procuring professional services that enhance civic institutions, improve criminal justice systems, and foster multi-stakeholder collaboration between government, civil society, and the private sector. Their acquisitions typically support monitoring and evaluation frameworks, adaptive learning systems, and localized institutional strengthening initiatives, ensuring U.S. foreign assistance is delivered through evidence-based, partner-led approaches. While no specific contractor relationships are currently identifiable in the dataset, OAA USAID/Mexico consistently engages with professional services firms offering expertise in governance, public administration, and development programming. Vendor partnerships are primarily formed through open, full-and-open competition, with a preference for firms possessing deep regional experience and demonstrated success in implementing USAID’s technical priorities. The contracting approach emphasizes performance-based outcomes, requiring contractors to demonstrate adaptive management capabilities and robust monitoring methodologies. The office exhibits a strong preference for non-set-aside procurements, with 73.5% of awards conducted under full and open competition. However, it maintains a meaningful commitment to local economic participation, with 20.6% of contracts reserved under the Local Area Set-Aside authority (FAR 26.2), and a combined 5.8% allocated to small business set-asides, including 8(a) and total small business programs. This reflects a balanced strategy that prioritizes technical quality while supporting socioeconomic inclusion. The procurement portfolio is overwhelmingly concentrated in NAICS 541990 (All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services), reflecting a focus on comprehensive development consulting, institutional diagnostics, and program design. Secondary categories include administrative management consulting, marketing services, and professional training, underscoring expertise in governance, institutional capacity, and stakeholder engagement. The office routinely procures services that build local ownership of reform initiatives through technical advisory support, data-driven evaluation, and strategic communications.